At ProCoat Systems we are one of the largest natural stone veneer dealers in the Denver market. As the local experts on everything to do with stone veneer, we support contractors with our in depth product knowledge and hands-on training.  However, it is often up to the contractor to educate the end user when it comes to cleaning natural stone veneer in Denver.

Every manufacturer of natural stone veneer we sell in Denver produces product information intended to be read by the end user. Honestly, how many of them will read this literature as though their warranty depended on it?  Not as many as you would hope. Your installation could be picture perfect and yet an end user who adopts poor cleaning and maintenance practices could ruin the natural stone veneer prematurely. We consider it sound advice to go over proper cleaning practices with the end user on the premise that most will not read their product care instructions carefully.

Particularly for natural stone veneer installed in Denver, pressure washing of dirt and stains should be avoided when possible as pressure washing can create more problems than it solves.  Pressure washing cannot only challenge the integrity of mortar, particularly at the joints, forcing water behind the installation, it can force water to deeply penetrate the surface of the veneer. Especially as the nights get colder, water molecules trapped within the surface of the veneer can freeze, then expand, creating an accelerated “weathering” called spalling. Your end user can literally crumble the installation over time with a pressure washer.

When it comes to maintenance cleaning, instead suggest that the end user scrub dirt off of natural stone veneer using a stiff nylon bristle brush and a pail of mild detergent and water. For tougher trouble spots, substitute a solution made from one part white vinegar to eight parts water. When using a vinegar solution, it is important to rinse the cleansed area as the vinegar is an acid that can attack the installation itself if left upon it.

For more professional tips, hands on product demonstrations, crew training, or any questions at all regarding natural stone veneer in Denver, contact ProCoat Systems today.

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